DTAWorksProgramCoordinator

The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is seeking applicants for the DTA Works Program Coordinator position. The selected candidate will assist with outreach, recruitment, and retention of DTA Works interns within the assigned coverage area, as well as provide placement, mentoring, and transition services for both current and incoming interns.   Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):   Triage and screen incoming DTA Works intern resumes (checking eligibility in BEACON, scheduling interviews, etc.); conduct interviews and orientations. Conduct outreach and recruitment for high priority DTA Works Intern placements, including coordinated communication with Full Engagement Workers (FEWs) and local Transitional Assistance Office (TAO) staff to find appropriate placements. Provide mentoring support around employment searches and address any barriers interns may have to employment (lack of childcare, housing issues, skills development, etc.). Maintain communication with intern mentors and TAO leadership during placements. Ensure interns are adhering to the policies and procedures of the internship and address behavioral issues, as necessary. Track DTA Works intern participation, and report and process monthly payroll. Maintain expenditures of allotted DTA Works budget for TAOs within the coverage area. Maintain communication and provide transitional support to interns who become hired within DTA. Recruit and manage off-site DTA Works placements, including locating additional host sites for placements at other state agencies, local community providers, MassHire Career Centers, etc. Assist with continued quality improvement projects for DTA Works Internships including seeking feedback from interns and supervisors on potential program improvements. Manage/Facilitate program required meetings, ex. Job Club, financial coaching sessions, and support program staff, as necessary. Act as an agency liaison for the DTA Works P